Remembrance Day Parade Returns to Fort St. John
On Tuesday, November 11th, a parade and ceremony will honor fallen Canadian soldiers and recognize the service of veterans and active military members. The event begins at 10:40 a.m. in downtown Fort St. John.
Parade Details
The parade is organized by the local branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. It will start outside the School District 60 office on 102nd Street, proceed past the legion building along 105th Avenue, reach City Hall, and return to the cenotaph for an outdoor ceremony.
Post-Ceremony Activities
After the ceremony, attendees are invited to the legion for an afternoon of activities including horse races, a turkey shoot, and dinner, as listed on the City of Fort St. John’s website. The event is free and requires no pre-registration.
Traffic and Accessibility
Road closures will be in effect along the parade route and near the legion building from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Vehicle access will be completely restricted during this time, as announced by the city.
“There will be a parade and ceremony on Remembrance Day, November 11th, to pay tribute to fallen Canadian soldiers and celebrate the service of living veterans and active service members.”
Attending this event is a meaningful way to honor those who have served and support the veteran community in Fort St. John.
Author’s summary: Fort St. John’s annual Remembrance Day parade on November 11th honors Canadian soldiers with a ceremony, free community events, and road closures along the parade route.